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Toga Quote by Meša Selimović

“Ćutala je, pribijena uz mene, kao da traži zaštitu. Preboljevala je što su je njeni napustili. Navikavala se na mene. Sad nikoga nemamo, ni ona ni ja, hoćemo li biti dovoljni jedno drugome?” quote by Meša Selimović
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““Ćutala je, pribijena uz mene, kao da traži zaštitu. Preboljevala je što su je njeni napustili. Navikavala se na mene. Sad nikoga nemamo, ni ona ni ja, hoćemo li biti dovoljni jedno drugome?””

Meša Selimović

About This Quote

Source Novel: Death and the Dying, 1972

A longing for mutual protection and belonging emerges amid abandonment and isolation.

In simple terms: People crave companionship and support when alone.

Key Takeaway

Seek and nurture supportive relationships.

Themes

loneliness dependence human connection abandonment

Mood

melancholic hopeful

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family crises
  • friendship breakdowns
  • mental health support
  • community building

Key Concepts

existential need emotional intimacy mutual reliance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to be enough for another?
  • How can we balance self-reliance with seeking help?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on others can create vulnerability and dependency.

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